Top Azores Cultural Tours

On a walking tour of Ponta Delgada, you'll see the main attractions of the city, which is the capital of the Azores. Visit a botanical garden, see artwork, and learn a bit about the local history and culture.

This is an excellent pick for first-time visitors to Terceira. Get the most out of your time by going on a comprehensive day tour that covers the island’s best views and most spectacular scenery. Avoid the hassle of organizing car rental and enjoy having a driver for the day to take you between dispersed sites.

Get to know the best of the Azores’ Terceira Island as you embark on a sightseeing tour by bus. Board your open-air vehicle and drive to several points of interest including the Monte Brasil peninsula, Serra do Cume viewpoint, the Carvao lava tubes, and the Biscoitos natural pools. While you explore, your guide provides commentary about the cultural and natural history of the island.

Go beyond the beaches of Faial Island and discover its history and culture on this small-group day trip. In a group of just eight people, you'll enjoy intimate visits to the island's landmarks such as the Capelinhos Volcano and the Caldeira do Faial Nature Reserve, along with stops for swimming, sightseeing and eating too. Helpful tip: the route is flexible and can be adapted to the interests of the group.

Are you passing through Faial and want to know the most emblematic places on the island? This is the tour for you! Discover the imposing Caldeira, the Capelinhos Volcano and the viewpoints with privileged views of the nearest islands, Pico, São Jorge and Graciosa. On our part, you can count on a high level of professionalism, good mood and dedication to enjoy a unique experience.

Discover the east side of São Miguel island, home to volcanic landscapes and geothermal wonders, on a scenic day trip from Ponta Delgada. With a small group, visit Furnas Lake (Lagoa das Furnas) and opt for a soak in the thermal pools (own expense). Admire panoramic views and be dazzled by Ribeira dos Caldeirões waterfall and the gorgeous northeast coast. Plus, eat a “cozido” lunch cooked in geothermal grounds.

Spend a few hours exploring Ponta Delgada’s rich culinary offerings on this guided excursion. After meeting up with a knowledgeable local guide at Portas da Cidade, sample local specialties and learning about Azorean food culture while stopping by local markets and eateries like Mercado da Graca, Louvre Michaelense, and O Principe dos Queijos. Enjoy complimentary tastings and drinks along the way.

Set out on a full-day whale watching tour from the Marina of Vila Franca do Campo. Learn about the behavior of dolphins and whales during the boat journey and then relax over lunch in a seafront restaurant. Return to the marina for a ride on a traditional fishing boat to see the Princess Ring Islet. Enjoy free time for swimming and snorkeling.

Spend a relaxing evening at the Poça da Dona Beija thermal baths in Furnas during this nighttime excursion from Ponta Delgada. Bathe in the natural pools, enjoy a guided nature walk, and feast on Cozido das Furnas, a traditional Azores meat and vegetable stew boiled underground in volcanic steam from the hot springs. Your tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off from Ponta Delgada.

Combine a whale-watching trip with a visit to an active volcano during this 8-hour tour of the Azores from Ponta Delgada. Travel up the coastline to Cadeira Velha and Lagoa do Fogo, looking for marine wildlife. Visit an active volcano to learn about its history and current form. Buffet lunch included.

When your cruise ship docks in São Miguel Island, experience the best of the Azores’ natural beauty on this shore excursion. Follow the rugged coastline to Canary Lake and the Seven Cities volcano with your guide, and admire uninterrupted views over the spectacular landscapes. Breathe in the scent of wild azaleas and hydrangeas, and visit a local pineapple plantation—with pickup and drop-off at the port included on your tour.

If you’ve got limited time in Sao Miguel, and you’d like to plan a personalized day tour, this is the perfect option. Avoid waiting around for other travelers, and instead, enjoy a tour with just your party and a private driver. You can customize your day based on your interests, or ask your guide for recommendations. Potential highlights include Furnas, Nordeste, Sete Cidades, or Lagoa do Fogo.

Without a private vehicle, it’s difficult to tour Faial Island in a day. By providing private transportation and guided commentary, this guided tour is a great solution for visitors. It includes all of the Faial Island locations you most want to see such as the Faial Caldeira, Capelinhos volcano, and plenty of viewpoints overlooking the beautiful Blue Island, plus fun facts and Faial history from your guide.

With sightings possible all year round, the Azores Islands are one of the best places for whale watching in the Atlantic. Set sail around the Princess Ring Islet of Vila Franca do Campo on a cruise, accompanied by a marine biologist guide, and look out for sperm and pilot whales, bottlenose and Risso’s dolphins, sea turtles, and other marine life.

Discover the west side of São Miguel island with ease on a full-day tour from Ponta Delgada. A great way for first-time visitors to orient themselves, this tour covers Lake Fogo, Caldeira Velha, Mosteiros, and Sete Cidades, home to the vivid Lago Azul and Lago Verde. Enjoy a traditional Portuguese lunch and hotel pickup and drop-off on this small-group tour, limited to eight people.

Private airport transfer to your hotel in Ponta Delgada city. Price per vehicle with capacity of 4 passengers. You will be taken to your destination by a professional driver in a comfortable sedan vehicle.

Explore the lush island of Faial and learn about its rich ecosystem on a half-day tour. Join a small group and your biologist guide to explore endemic forests, volcanoes, and viewpoints. Visit the central caldera, which is a protected area, as well as the Capelinhos Volcano to learn about the creation of the Azores islands.

Enjoy this full day small group tour of the Furnas Valley and other stops along the way. You’ll visit Vila Franca do Campo, try a traditional Pastry, then get to the Terra Nostra Park to see the romantic gardens. You can soak in a thermal bath if you like, then enjoy an included lunch, and afterwards have a few more stops to take in before you’re returned to the departure point.

Make the most of your time on Terceira Island with this convenient van tour. After a morning pickup, settle into your comfortable ride and head off to explore the island's attractions. See one of the oldest churches, snap a photo of the volcanic-formed swimming pools of Biscoitos, and peek inside the Algar Do Carvão volcano from the Serra do Cume viewpoint. This tour provides a great overview of the island for first-time visitors.

Private and You decide what time to end the tour! According to the defined history the Portuguese were the first to discover the Azores. It was discovered in the year 1427, a total of 591 years a go. What you will see on this tour are much older structures with more of 1000 years located in several points of the Island that do not belong to the Portuguese. These structures belong to civilizations Megalithic e Phoenicians. This last one was discovered by us and explored by one team from the National Geographic. To see this structures you need to make some small hikes in the nature. It´s an unique tour! If you want to know more information about this tour, please contact us by email.

Board a 22-foot bus with a retractable ceiling for a laid-back sightseeing tour of Angra do Heroísmo City. Visit highlights such as Alto das Covas, Pico das Cruzinhas, Patio da Alfandega, Bull Monument, and Outeiro da Memoria. The bus is equipped with audio guides available in Portuguese, English, French, German, and Spanish.

Take a trip back in time, discover the old winemaking traditions, that still remain in place today and make it an obvious choice for UWH designation. Walk through its vineyards and taste their exclusive wines.

See more São Miguel scenery on your Azores vacation with this day trip to the Sete Cidades volcano and the mountain of Lagoa do Fogo. While showcasing the different island landscapes, the excursion also introduces you to some São Miguel culture with activities such as a dip in a volcanic pool, a liqueur tasting, and a visit to a working pineapple plantation. A lunch at Lagoa is among the highlights.

Explore the western portion of Sao Miguel Island during this full-day tour to the Seven Cities and Fire Lake. Visit key landmarks such as the Seven Cities volcanic crater, the Fire Lake viewpoint with its turquoise waters, and the historic city of Ribeira Grande. Learn about the city’s history and culture from your informative guide and enjoy a delicious Portuguese lunch as you take in the views of the island.